I am writing to express my strong interest in the Collection Department Manager position at DDI. I have vast experience in managing large crews and safety programs within the corrections and fire service. Within the Corrections setting I managed housing units with 160 Inmates in daily activities as well as having a crew of 20 workers that I managed. Within the fire service I served as a training Captain and fire service instructor teaching classes and ensuring safe practices on incidents. I also have served as the incident commander on numerous large incidents.
Work History
Front Load Collection Driver
4 Years 8 Months
Douglas Disposal INC | 12.2021 - Current
Operated waste collection vehicles, ensuring timely and safe disposal services.
Coordinated daily routes to optimize efficiency and minimize delays in service delivery.
Conducted routine vehicle inspections to maintain safety and compliance standards.
Provided exceptional customer service by addressing client inquiries and concerns on-site.
Mentored junior drivers on best practices for safe driving and handling of materials.
Trained new hires on company policies, safety protocols, and equipment operation procedures.
Collaborated with management to develop strategies for improving waste collection processes and services.
Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
Improved customer satisfaction by maintaining punctuality and adhering to strict delivery schedules.
Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust through professionalism and reliability in transportation services provided.
Upheld high standards of cleanliness within the vehicle''s interior/exterior appearance, providing a professional image for the company at all times.
State of Nevada Department of Corrections | 12.2017 - 12.2021
During my time at the Department of Corrections I have worked as a Correctional Officer. I have worked in all level custody from closed custody to minimum custody inmates. My duties include working in the intake, and processing of incarcerated individuals into the institution. I also have conducted safety checks, maintained daily logs, monitored inmate activities including church services and visiting, controlled inmate movement within housing units and yard movement, restrained combative inmates during emergency situations, monitored inmates emotional and mental health, transported inmates to outside medical and court appearances, provided supervisors with detailed report writing of inmate violations or incidents within the institution, and assisted medical with providing medications as prescribed. Currently I am working in the sally port monitoring inmate movement into and from the institution. I also search all vehicles, packages and mail.. entering the institution to eliminate the introduction of contraband or drugs into the institution.
775-684-3000 Kyle Olson Warden
Correctional Officer
2 Months
Sevier County Sheriffs Office | 08.2017 - 10.2017
During my time at the Sevier County Sheriff's Office I have worked as a Correctional Officer. I have worked in all levels of the jail from booking to housing units. I have also transported incarcerated individuals to court appearances.
865-453-4668 Dustin Floyd Sergeant
Correctional Officer
7 Years
State of Nevada Department of Corrections | 07.2010 - 07.2017
During my time at the Department of Corrections I have worked as a Correctional Officer. I have worked in all level custody from closed custody to minimum custody inmates. My duties include working in the intake, and processing of incarcerated individuals into the institution. I also have conducted safety checks, maintained daily logs, monitored inmate activities including church services and visiting, controlled inmate movement within housing units and yard movement, restrained combative inmates during emergency situations, monitored inmates emotional and mental health, transported inmates to outside medical and court appearances, provided supervisors with detailed report writing of inmate violations or incidents within the institution, and assisted medical with providing medications as prescribed. I have worked in the visiting room monitoring inmate movement and processing public visitors entering the institution to eliminate the introduction of contraband or drugs into the institution. July of 2016 I was the employee of the month for the Warm Springs Correctional Center in Carson City NV.
775-684-3000 Lisa Walsh Associate Warden
Tow Truck Operator and Mechanic
14 Years 3 Months
Woodfords Auto Service and Towing | 10.2002 - 01.2017
I was a seasonal on call as needed tow truck operator and mechanic. I worked as needed to tow customer's cars and respond to vehicle accidents. I also worked on fleet vehicles and customer's vehicles as needed.
530-694-2916 George Chalvez Owner
Semi-Truck Operator
4 Years 7 Months
Bing Materials of Nevada | 09.2004 - 04.2009
During my time working for Bing Materials I operated an 18-wheel semi-truck delivering decorative rock, sand, and gravel to local home owners. I also worked on large scale construction jobs delivering concrete and asphalt.
775-264-3641 Gerald Bing Owner
Volunteer Fire Fighter
1 Year 7 Months
East Fork Fire and Paramedic District | 01.2007 - 08.2008
During my time with East Fork Fire and Paramedic District I was a volunteer fire fighter. I responded to a multitude of calls consisting of vehicle accidents, wildland fires, structure fires, medical aids, rescue and has mat incidents. I also attended monthly trainings to further my skills as a firefighter.
775-782-9040 Todd Carlini District Chief
Semi-Truck Operator
1 Year 7 Months
Cinderlite Trucking Inc. | 09.2004 - 04.2006
During my time working for Cinderlite Trucking I operated an 18-wheel semi-truck delivering decorative rock, sand, and gravel to local home owners. I also worked on large scale construction jobs delivering asphalt and building materials. I also operated front end loaders and back hoe tractors loading material into customer and contractor’s vehicles.
775-882-4483 Geary Leahman Owner
Volunteer Training Captain
5 Years 2 Months
Alpine County Fire Rescue | 07.1999 - 09.2004
During my time with the Alpine County Fire Department I was a Volunteer Training Captain. I responded to numerous incidents and calls for service. I was also in charge of maintaining and teaching all the volunteer firefighters within out department.
530-694-2223
Seasonal Firefighter
5 Months
USDA Forest Service Carson Ranger District | 05.2003 - 10.2003
I worked as a seasonal firefighter for the US Forest Service. During this time, I served as a fire engine operator. I conducted training for new firefighters in firefighting practices, firefighter safety, and radio communications. and, participated in public education and fire prevention. I also extinguished wildland fires and responded to medical aids.
530-694-2142 Paul Washam Chief
Education
Fire Academy Graduate - Fire Science
Truckee Meadows Community College | Reno, NV | 06-2001
I attended a 600-hour fire academy consisting of firefighting practices in structure as well as wildland firefighting, vehicle extrication, rope rescue, water rescue, has-mat incident response, and confined space rescue.
No Degree - General Education
Lake Tahoe Community College | South Lake Tahoe, CA
I attended Lake Tahoe Community College studying general education. I attended this college during the last year and a half of high school to further challenge myself to succeed in my education. While I was here I achieved my Emergency Medical Technician Certificate
High School Diploma
Mt Sierra Christian High School | Gardnerville, NV | 06-2000
Graduated early with a high school diploma. This private high school allowed me to challenge myself by attending courses at Lake Tahoe Community College
Skills
I have always strived to be the best. I am currently a front load collection driver. I feel that having strong customer service
Team Leadership
time management
and problem solving is important to the continued success of the company. I will make it a priority make sure to use my education and training to help others and the company to continue to thrive and be successful.
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I have always strived to be a leader that is calm and clear headed amongst the chaos of hectic scenes, and to make sure that safety and communication is priority one in any incident I responded to. Public safety has always been a passion for me and I look forward to being able to continue serving my fellow citizens. I feel that I would be a good asset to your organization with the training and education I have received.
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